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Frequently Asked Questions

Hello.  Thank you for your interest in the Valdosta State University Accelerated BSN program.  Here are a few answers to some common questions that are asked about the program:

When does the program start?  

We begin the program once a year during summer semester which is usually the very beginning of May.

How long does the program take? 

The program is 4 terms or 16 months (summer, fall, spring, and summer). 

What are the core requirements? 

Core requirements are listed on the website at  http://www.valdosta.edu/nursing/CoreCurriculum.shtml. 

Students requesting an official evaluation of transcripts may do one of the following:

  •  VSU students (past or present) who have been assigned a VSU ID number may send a request along with their VSU ID number to Ms. Michelle Gilbert at megilber@valdosta.edu.  Any transcripts from coursework not taken at VSU or not listed in the Banner registration system may be submitted electronically via email.

  • Non-VSU students may send a $25 money order payable to VSU College of Nursing along with official transcripts or photocopies of official transcripts to the address below.  Students should specify  “Accelerated BSN Program Transcript Evaluation” on the money order.  Contact information including name, address, date of birth, telephone number, and email address should be included in the materials submitted.

Ms. Cecilia Furey

Sr. Secretary

Valdosta State University

College of Nursing

1300 N Patterson St

Valdosta, GA 31698

               

  • Non-VSU students may also choose to apply for admission to VSU before a transcript evaluation is done.  Once the student receives a student ID# they should send an email to Ms. Michelle Gilbert at megilber@valdosta.edu to request transcript evaluation.  Student should include the student ID#, full name, and date of birth in their request.  Transcripts will be requested from the admissions department for evaluation.  No transcript evaluation can be done until the VSU admissions office has received all of the required transcripts.

What bachelors degrees are acceptable for admission to the program? 

Any bachelor’s degree is acceptable as long as you also have met or will have met the core requirements by the program start date.

Can I apply if I am not finished with my core classes? 

Yes, application deadline is December 1st  each year for May of the following year.  As long as you can submit evidence that you will have all of the coursework completed by the program start date you are eligible to apply.

What else must I complete other than core courses? 

Applicants must first pass the standardized admissions test prior to the application deadline. Valdosta State University administers the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). The dates for the TEAS given at Valdosta State University are listed on our Prospective Students web page. You must contact Nicole Gunn at npgunn@valdosta.edu to reserve a place as seats are limited.   You may take the TEAS at another institution and have results sent to us, however, they must be received no later than December 1st  and must meet our passing requirements.  It is best to take care of the TEAS in advance so that the scores may be evaluated prior to the application deadline to ensure adequate time for retesting is given.  Scores are valid for up to one year from the testing date.

If you have taken a different nursing entrance exam at another institution, please send them in for consideration.

How are applicants evaluated? 

After the admission deadline all applicants, provided they have passed the TEAS, are ranked according to grade point average.  GPA is based only on the courses used on the core course worksheet. NOTE: Admission criteria are being reviewed by the faculty and may change.

Is advising mandatory? 

Yes, advising is mandatory.  Most advising can be done via email or telephone.  If you intend to attend one of the advising sessions listed, please email Michelle Gilbert, RN, MSN at megilber@valdosta.edu. Click here for more information regarding advising.

What if I am not going to be ready to start the program in May 2012? 

If you are not ready to start the program in May 2012 but are interested in starting at a later date, you can still request a transcript review.  It is always better to be advised early to avoid being unprepared when it comes time to apply.

How do I apply? 

You must first apply to Valdosta State University either for admission if you have never attended VSU or readmission if you have attended VSU in the past.  Information on admission to the university can be found at http://www.valdosta.edu/admissions/.   Information on how to apply for the accelerated BSN program can be found on the College of Nursing website under the Prospective Students section.

What if I have questions that are not answered here? 

You can email Michelle Gilbert, RN, MSN at megilber@valdosta.edu if you have any further questions.  You can also visit our website at http://www.valdosta.edu/nursing/AcceleratedBSNProgram.shtml